Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2,87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Jeddah deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$262
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$262
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 29h 55m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 29h 55m.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,780 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,271 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,246 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,798 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,200 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (965 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,159 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (414 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Red Sea Mall Jeddah By Elaf to great affordable options like the Taj Al Worood Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $344 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $25 to $477 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 27% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

Mövenpick Jeddah City Star
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$154+
Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$269+

Hiring a car in Jeddah

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Jeddah

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